Top St Maarten Half-day Tours

Discover the beauty of St Maarten's western coast aboard a self-drive inflatable boat—a unique alternative to the typical sightseeing tour. A knowledgable guide will accompany you on your journey from Philipsburg to Creole Rock on the island's French side. Once arriving, spend some time snorkeling in protected waters alongside sea turtles and schools of tropical fish, then get back behind the wheel to marvel at hidden bays and beaches. *Please note: in order to book multiple boats, you will need to make separate bookings

Discover the French and Dutch sides of this Caribbean island during a 4.5-hour guided sightseeing outing. Enjoy the sun and sea on Grand Case Beach or Orient Beach, experience the food-loving ambiance in Grand Case, and stroll around the charming village of Marigot. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding tropical scenery while you learn about the history of the Lesser Antilles.

Experience the highlights of St Maarten on this 5-hour shore excursion leaving from the cruise port. Ride in an air-conditioned van to Maho Beach on the Dutch side of this Caribbean island and Lucas Bay on the French side. Learn about the culture and history of the island from your guide while enjoying complimentary beer, water and soda. Visit the villages of Grand Case and Marigot before being returned on-time for your cruise ship's departure.

Navigate St. Maarten's most popular beaches & highlights on an ATV during this half-day adventure from Phillipsburg. Stops include Airport Beach, Mullet Bay, Marigot, and much more. This tour is mainly on-road with a portion off-road. Upon return in Great Bay, Philipsburg, you can take a refreshing swim. Bottled water, and use of ATV and helmet is included.

Hit the highlights of Dutch and French St. Martin in an afternoon on this action-packed tour, which begins by exploring downtown Philipsburg. Next, don your helmet, board your all-terrain vehicle (ATV)—please note, weight limits apply!—and follow your guide. Experience the roar of jet planes passing low overhead on Maho Beach, AKA Airport Beach, visit some inland and coastal sights, then return to Philipsburg with a little off-road.

Book a shared arrival transfer from Princess Juliana International Airport to your hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip in St Maarten, or St Martin. It’s a simple, cost-effective option and transport is by comfortable bus.

Combine rides on the Flying Dutchman, the Schooner Ride and the Sentry Hill Zipline on this thrilling combination tour. First, ascend to St. Maarten's highest point on the Sky Explorer for excellent views, then zoom down the mountain on the Flying Dutchmen. Head back up the mountain and clip on to the Sentry Hill Zipline to get views over the island. Finish up with an inner tube ride down the mountain on the Schooner Ride.

Visit the home of the “World’s Best Tasting Rhum” where Topper’s Rhum is handmade with precision in St. Maarten. Learn a little history of rhum making in the Caribbean and a behind the scenes look at how we ferment, distill, blend and expertly bottle our handcrafted rhums. Enjoy unlimited tastings of our entire line of artisanal products and shop for souvenirs in the boutique.

Explore the waters around St. Maarten on a 6-hour speedboat tour. Avoid the cruise ship crowds and visit both the Dutch and French sides of the island in a family friendly, small group setting, which includes five stops to see different aspects of the marine environment. You’ll swim and snorkel in a sea turtle habitat, sting rays and tropical fish on uninhabited islands. Sunbathing on some of the finest white sand beaches the Caribbean has to offer while feeling the rush of commercial jets landing directly over your head at the famous airport. Along the way, your captain will share entertaining and engaging commentary and you’ll sip drinks and indulge in unlimited snacks, all included in the price.

Sail to Anguilla aboard a luxury catamaran on this full-day trip from St. Maarten. Stop at Prickly Pear Cay to lounge in the shallows off the small island's pristine beach or snorkel among the tropical fish that inhabit the colorful coral reef. Visit lively Road Bay Beach for a barbecue lunch, then hit up some of the beach bars before climbing back aboard the 2-hulled sailboat for the trip back to your departure point. Round-trip transportation from select hotels on St. Maarten is included, depending on the day.

Enjoy a fun day of activities and sights on the water on this catamaran trip. Board in the morning and spend a full day sailing, snorkeling, visiting beaches, and chilling out. Stop at two beaches, where you can make use of the provided snorkeling gear. There’s an open bar on board and a tasty buffet lunch is provided to keep you energized.

When it’s time to say goodbye to St Maarten, or St Martin, end your trip the easy way with this shared departure transfer in a climate-controlled bus to Princess Juliana International Airport. It’s a budget-friendly alternative to the pricey private taxi rides.

End another day in tropical paradise in perfection on this sunset cruise. Hop on board your trimaran vessel late in the afternoon, just in time to set sail as the sun sinks beneath the horizon. You’ll be served snacks and drinks to enjoy as you admire the views. This is a chilled out small-group activity that’s ideal for couples.

Cruise on the ultramarine waters off St Maarten during this 5-hour yacht excursion from Simpson Bay. Step aboard the family-friendly yacht, the 'Random Wind', to meet your friendly captain and crew as the boat departs the pier. Find a comfortable spot on one of the boat's cushioned seats in the shade or sun and get to know your small group of 20 people or less as you watch the coastline fade into the distance. Journey to both the French and Dutch sides of the island to visit several beaches and relax in the soft sand. Go snorkeling, stand up paddleboarding or try out the Tarzan swing. Eat a homemade lunch and sip drinks from the top shelf bar.

Watch the sunset and dine on Creole fare aboard a catamaran during this 3-hour excursion from St Maarten. Sip drinks from the open bar and munch on complimentary appetizers while the sun sinks below the horizon. Once twilight falls, enjoy a buffet-style Creole dinner, followed by dessert and Caribbean rum. Hit the dance floor to island beats while the boat sails back to the marina.

Have fun exploring St. Martin in an electric buggy (like an ATV) with half-day rental. Whether you’re on a shore excursion or are staying on the island, the buggy will be brought to you. You’ll be given a briefing and instructions on reaching some of the island’s highlights, such as Maho Beach, Marigot Market, and more. Visit both the French and Dutch sides of the island while having fun zipping around.

Explore St Maarten on a half-day speedboat and snorkeling tour. With your expert captain and small group limited to sixteen people, jet out from Philipsburg to several nearby locations like the uninhabited Tintamarre Island. Jump into the water and snorkel at the biodiversity hotspot Creole Rock, then enjoy a lunch beachside on Pinel Island. Sip beers and soda from the onboard bar as your captain shares his knowledge of St Maarten and the surrounding waters with you.

Are you ready to go Sailing? True sailing on board of No1Sxm Trimaran: stable, smooth, fast. The 5 hour experience takes you along the south west coast of St.Maarten/Saint Martin & up Anguilla Channel. Included are a stop in a calm bay for swimming/snorkeling, drinks, snacks & a sandwich lunch on board. With only 12 passengers max. it is personable, intimate and fun. The wind in the sails and water against the hull are your musical companion. The 2 hour Sunset Sail is pure bliss, with a cocktail and snacks, meeting the sunset, sailing along the St.Maarten Coast. Captain/Owner Pieter is a sailing expert with 40 years experience on various sailing boats and ships.

This is the moment you have been waiting for, you have seen it on the news channels and internet media now you can live it live. Be entertained at the most talked about beach in the world, “Maho beach”. This beach is St. Maarten’s main attraction. Watch the planes land and take off while you swim in our crystal-clear blue water, take pictures or videos of people getting sand blasted. People come from all over the world just to see this, the only place in the universe where you can see planes landing just a couple feet over your head. Some people hold on to the fence to feel the engine blast while a plane is taking off, this adrenaline rush will give you goose bumps all over your body. You can spend the whole time lounging in a beach chair, having lunch, sipping on cocktails and trying our local food and drinks. While you be entertained at the world’s famous beach. This total experience is a must do on everybody’s bucket list.

While your ship is in St Maarten's port, swim and lounge at Orient Beach and Maho Beach on this half-day shore excursion. Jet ski, paraglide or sail at Orient Beach, then grab a snack at one of the many bars and restaurants there. Travel to Maho beach and watch jumbo jets fly overhead to land at the nearby airport. A guide, complimentary refreshments and round-trip transportation from the cruise port are included.

Navigate St. Maarten's most popular beaches & highlights in a 4x4 Jeep Wrangler during this half-day adventure from Phillipsburg. Stops include Airport Beach, Mullet Bay, Marigot, and much more. This tour is mainly on-road with a portion off-road. Upon return in Great Bay, Philipsburg, you can enjoy a refreshing swim. All Jeeps have automatic transmission and are equipped with VHF radio to communicate with the tour guide. Bottled water and use of Jeep is included.

Once your cruise ship docks in St Maarten, sightsee, shop and spend time on the island's famous beaches. During this guided tour, explore a colorful local market to shop for souvenirs and taste some native pastries and cocktails. Visit Orient Beach for some fun in the sunshine and Maho Beach to watch jumbo jets fly close overhead and land at the nearby airport. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is provided.

Explore the waters around St Martin onboard your own jet ski during this half-day tour departing from Marigot. Follow your adventure guide around the island, cruising at your own speed and stopping at various points of interest. Enjoy VIP access to the 5-star Belmond La Samanna resort, one of the island's most exclusive beaches. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary.

When your cruise ship docks in St Maarten, explore the island on a speedboat and snorkeling tour. With your expert captain and small group limited to eleven people, jet out from Philipsburg to several nearby locations like the uninhabited Tintamarre Island. Jump into the water and snorkel at the biodiversity hotspot Creole Rock, then enjoy a lunch beachside on Pinel Island. Sip beers and soda from the onboard bar as your captain shares his knowledge of St Maarten and the surrounding waters with you.